Holyrood Park is one of the most popular places for children to try out new bikes, roller skates and other Christmas gifts. To help make sure families can enjoy these pleasurable moments without having to worry about cars, there will be traffic restrictions on 26 December.

Scottish Ministers are to consult on a draft Bill to amend existing heritage legislation next year, Culture Minister Linda Fabiani has announced. Linda Fabiani MSP, Minister for Europe, External Affairs and Culture, said: “Scotland has a rich heritage that plays a central role in the country’s identity, education and tourism. At the same time the country needs sustainable development and economic growth.